In today's headlines with Wilhelmina Shrimpton, search continues for missing people in yacht tragedy, calls to toughen licence laws, and another delay on surgical mesh.

A musical iteration of Lord of the Rings is coming to Auckland in November. Video / Chicago Shakespeare Theatre

Darleen Tana, former Green MP, saying she was gobsmacked to be held up as a 'liar' and 'not fit for purpose' by Green Party leadership. Video / Mark Mitchell

Finance Minister Nicola Willis comments on the Commerce Commission's study into banks. Video / Mark Mitchell

The father of Kiwi lawyer Ayla Ronald says she's "very shaken" after being rescued from the ill-fated Bayesian off the coast of Sicily. Video / Vigil del Fuoco / Getty Images

The transport minister is meeting with the Civil Aviation Authority new board chair, saying he’ll be considering whether intervene after ‘toxic’ workplace claims at CAA.

In today's headlines with Wilhelmina Shrimpton, Kiwi on board sunk luxury yacht, thousands of St John staff walk off the job, and boost to Auckland safety.

Pilots say claims by whistleblowers at the Civil Aviation Authority about poor culture are “serious” and warrant a ministerial investigation. Video / NZ Herald

Audio of the moment a person was fatally shot has emerged. Video / Supplied

A person has been shot dead inside a vehicle on Marvon Downs Ave in Pakuranga, Auckland this morning.

In today's headlines with Wilhelmina Shrimpton, more snow for South Island, crackdown on boy racers and fate of cathedral to be decided.

It's a wet commute for many across the North Island, with gusty winds to boot! Chunky showers mark the South Island, with the possibility of snow to low levels today in Southland.

Over 30 years, Infratil has invested in and sold out of some of the country’s most significant assets – from airports to petrol stations and wind farms.

One of New Zealand's smallest Air Force planes, the King Air 350, has become a guardian of the nation’s fisheries. Video. / Mike Scott

Transport Minister Simeon Brown has announced a crackdown on drunk and drugged drivers, setting the Police a target of performing 3.3 million roadside alcohol tests a year.

Wilson St in Pahiatua was flooded this morning after a night of heavy rain. Video / Supplied

Claims efficiency hasn't improved after Government cuts to services. Somerset House on fire. Calls for increased protection for Southern Right Whales. Video / NZ Herald

This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy nights. Video / Fresh Media

The Waitangi Treaty principles bill is in the firing line, over 1000 firefighters contain a blaze in Turkey, and NZ Tourism confirms our numbers of tourists remains low.

Parents Maria Munkowits and Ollie Ward celebrate their triplets Ari, Eli, and Casey's first birthday. Video / Dean Purcell

Enjoy savoury waffles topped with beef patties, bacon and avocado. Video / Fresh Media

Consumer NZ says the Commerce Commission’s recommendations over food pricing don’t go far enough, and believes they put too much onus on consumers.

Listen to “Good Luck, Babe!” now Director: Chappell Roan Producer: Cristobal Saez Video / Chappell Roan

During his time at Dunstan High School in Otago, Finn Butcher saw the motto 'seek wisdom as gold' every day. Twelve years later it rings truer than ever. Video / NZ Herald

Witness Susan Ormonde speaks about Philip Polkinghorne visiting her house the day before Pauline Hanna's funeral.

The World Health Organisation has declared mpox a global public health emergency for the second time in two years. Video | Corey Fleming

Despite the low-snow season, Pure Tūroa has received good feedback on its skifield operation and is optimistic about the future.